Tipping used to be a feel-good gesture. But in 2024, many Americans feel pressured to tip in situations where it was previously unnecessary, and in amounts that are hard to swallow. According to USA TODAY, the average tip Americans leave across the country is 18%. Nevertheless, residents in several states unapologetically leave well below that….
Moving to the Sunshine State can be a dream come true. But nothing is perfect, and even Florida residents who love their new state can have regrets. As a former Florida transplant, these are some of the most common situations I experienced or heard from fellow transplants that they wish they’d known sooner. 1: Job…
Competitive eating has been around for a while, with the first recording of Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest being held in 1972. Since then, people around the world have set records for eating copious amounts of food in short time frames. Among the most impressive speed eaters are those who eat unfathomable amounts of…
Many Americans unknowingly act in ways that pinpoint them as an American tourist when they’re abroad. I’ve been in those shoes. Now that I have over a decade of experience traveling, I’ve developed a keen eye for these funny (and sometimes cringe-worthy) American tourist clichés. Here are some of the top contenders. 1: Everything Old…
Some states have a reputation for being well-off. Others are known for having lower incomes. But how do Americans’ perceptions of wealthy and poor states measure up to cold hard data? World Population Review took on the task of ranking states according to each state’s gross domestic product (GDP). That means they honed in on…
Ask any traveler, and they’ll tell you this: Trying new foods is one of the best parts about traveling. But no matter how adventurous the person, some foods cross the grossness line. From animals in wine to half-developed animals in shells, these are some of the foods that Americans turn up their noses to but…
Stephanie Tanner’s iconic “How rude!” line from the 1987 sitcom Full House is a phrase that some Americans use more than they’d like to. According to data by Zippia, while some states are brimming with kindness, others could definitely use a crash course in basic manners. Zippia analyzed data from the following four categories to…
Feeling happy is a core part of human desire. No matter how many people say that happiness comes from within, some environments are undoubtedly more conducive to a happier life than others. Studies show that happiness is derived from two main factors: Endogenic, which is biological and cognitive, and exogenic, which is behavioral, economic, and…
With so many people flocking to Florida’s popular beach spots like Clearwater and Miami, it can be hard to find a peaceful place to relax. So, what if you could enjoy a beach vacation without the roar of thousands of tourists? These secret spots exist. Here are some of Florida’s hidden beaches that will make…
The United States has many great things going for it. Our diverse geography, football (the real kind that you throw with your hands), and Fourth of July cookouts are just a few of the things that make the Land of the Free so great. That said, no country is perfect. The British are understandably proud…
